Caprio to formally launch gubernatorial bid

By AP

Providence, R.I. – Democrat Frank Caprio is preparing to formally launch his campaign for governor.

The general treasurer says he'll declare his candidacy at a small business forum on Wednesday and will release his jobs plan there.

Attorney General Patrick Lynch, also a Democrat, officially entered the race on Saturday.

Other candidates include Republicans John Robitaille and Victor Moffitt; former Republican Sen. Lincoln Chafee, who is running as an independent, and Ken Block of the nascent Moderate Party.